By Mafumane Tlhapi and Keaoleboga Motshabi

Building and maintaining connections with graduates are crucial for fostering a vibrant community that benefits the North-West University (NWU) and its stakeholders. These relationships provide valuable insights into various industries and career paths, ensuring alumni remain at the forefront of their fields.

To this end, the NWU’s Mahikeng Campus hosted a career empowerment event on 16 April 2024 aimed at building strong relationships with outgoing students and future alumni, empowering them on their career journeys.

The purpose of the event was to equip students with essential skills involving resumes and interview techniques, and to provide insights into employment and entrepreneurial opportunities. Companies in attendance also shared valuable information on graduate programmes, providing students with the knowledge they need to excel in today's competitive job market.

Thabang Ramabodu, founder of the Go All Out organisation, was the guest speaker.

Thabang urged students to "Get Up," emphasising the power of hope and purpose: "Every day begins with the decision to get up. What fuels you to rise and face the world? It's hope. Hope for a brighter future, and a sense of purpose that drives you forward.”

He said that action alone isn’t enough. “It's the energy and passion you put into your endeavours that sets you apart. Enthusiasm is infectious, and the world rewards those who approach life with purpose and vigour.

“The best is yet to come – face your future boldly because you have greatness within you.”

Students listen attentively during the recent career empowerment event on the NWU’s Mahikeng Campus.